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Is Your Family Prepared for a Natural Disaster

County: Stephenson

Many communities across the Midwest have already begun experiencing severe weather as warm, humid airmasses from the Gulf of Mexico have collided with the cooler, dryer air from Canada, resulting…

Meeple Mayhem, your monthly board game fix

Meeple Mayhem: Your Monthly Board Game Fix!

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H Program

Each month we will bring students to the local extension office for a Tabletop Gaming Night! 


We will be focusing on different genres/mechanics of tabletop games that will…

Dial Gauge Pressure Canner Testing

Dial Gauge Pressure Canner Testing - Vermilion County

County: Vermilion, Champaign, Iroquois, Ford

Calling all home canners! The University of Illinois Extension is offering a helping hand to ensure your favorite jams, jellies, and vegetables are preserved safely this season with free pressure…

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Exploring the Freedom of Information Act and the Open Meetings Act

Local Government Education
Learn how to navigate government transparency requirements.

Discover two educational webinars hosted by University of Illinois Extension, Rural Partners, and Governors Rural Affairs Council.…

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Build a Healthy Immune System | Putnam

County: Putnam

A healthy immune system gives the body a layer of protection. While no food or healthy lifestyle behavior can prevent illness, you can help boost your immunity with a healthy balance of nutrient-…

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Pressure Canner Testing Clinic | Bureau

County: Bureau

Pressure canning is important when canning low-acid foods, particularly meats and vegetables. Illinois Extension recommends home canners have their dial-gauge pressure canners tested at least once…

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Wits Workout | Germantown Hills

County: Woodford

Join University of Illinois Educator Sara Attig as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. You…

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Herb Planters

Spring Break Gardening Series
County: JoDaviess

Join University of Illinois Extension Jo Daviess County Master Gardener Volunteers Laurie Gothard-Zueger and Linda Helgeson for a program on Herb Planters. This program will take place on Thursday…

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Native Garden Planning

Christian County
County: Christian

Are you looking to start a native garden? In this session, University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Andrew Holsinger hopes you will become less fearful of gardening with natives.…

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Master Gardener Help Desk

Christian County
County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

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